Before the Lexus LX 700h was announced in 2024, the brand’s flagship SUV, the LX 600, was mostly known for style, comfort, and luxury. But determined to graft an electric motor onto the full-size luxury SUV and gear it up for the off-roading business, Lexus introduced the LX 700h.
While it sits on the same GA-F platform as the Land Cruiser, the electric motor boosts engine output by 48 hp and introduces an off-road-focused trim, the Overtrail. Interestingly, the LX 700h doesn’t overlook the needs of Lexus purists who want nothing but glamour and opulence from a Lexus SUV, as it keeps the Ultra-Luxury trim around. Here is a closer look at Lexus’ latest hybrid offering.
| Category | Full-size luxury SUV |
| Drivetrain | 4WD |
| Engine | Twin-Turbo V6 |
| Transmission | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Combined Output: | 457hp, 583 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000 rpm |
| 0-60 | 6.4secs |
| MPG (City/Highway/Combined) | 19/22/20 |
| Legroom (Front/ Rear/ Third Row) | 41.1 / 36.6 / 31.1 in |
| Head Room (Front/ Rear/ Third Row) | 37.8 / 38.9 / 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume (behind front/second/third row) | 62.4 / 30.9 / 7.2 cu ft |
| Infotainment: | 12.3-in touchscreen display (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB) |
| MSRP | $116,685 – $142,450 |
LX 700h Performance: A Potent Workhorse
All Lexus LX 700h trims have the same twin-turbo V6 engine under the hood as the gas-powered LX 600. While the engine pumps out 409 hp and 479 lb.-ft of torque, the electric motor on the hybrid version ups the power to a combined 457 hp and 583 lb.-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission to deliver power to all 4 wheels, making the LX capable of going from 0 – 60 in 6.4 seconds.
Although the LX 700h carries itself like a luxury SUV, it is fitted with the right amount of muscles to wrestle the hostile terrains. Standard features like active height control and crawl control double the luxury SUV as an off roader. Lexus also retained the conventional starter and alternator for engine-only operation when needed. This configuration enables motor-assisted low-range and even motor-only capability in off-road conditions. The Overtrail trim is especially suited to off-roading, with electronic locking front, rear, and center differentials and an aluminum skid plate.
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LX 700h Interior: Crafted for Comfort
Considering what the LX 700h cabin offers, luxury to Lexus means premium craftsmanship, well-thought-out convenience, and a breadth of choice. The seats are trimmed in semi-aniline leather, delivering a richly textured feel, while the rest of the cabin is finished with high-quality materials. With massage functionality, heated and ventilated seats featuring lumbar adjustment and cushion extenders, plus a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, the LX leaves little to be desired for everyday comfort.
Depending on the trim level, the LX seats 4 to 7 people. The 7-passenger models have a 60/40 split second-row bench and 50/50 split power-folding third-row seats. Due to the hybrid battery’s position, the third-row legroom may not impress everyone. The two-row trims with 4-5 passenger options avoid that problem and give more cargo volume (30.9 cu ft). Otherwise, with all three rows, the 7.2 cu ft cargo volume is underwhelming.
Tech: Seamless Connectivity
Lexus stacked the LX 700h dashboard with three screens. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster sits behind the steering wheel, while a 12.3-inch central touchscreen serves as the entertainment hub, floating above a secondary 7.0-inch information display. Infotainment compatibility includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Wi-Fi Connect. Operating on a 4G network, connectivity features remote smartphone control, voice commands, navigation, and more. The LX 700h comes standard with a 10-speaker sound system, while a 25-speaker Mark Levinson® sound system is available.
There’s not much difference between the driver-assist and safety features across all trims. They all come standard with 10 airbags, traffic jam assist, blind spot monitor, vehicle stability control, head-up display, etc.
Trims and Pricing
The LX 700h has 4 trims: Overtrail ($116,658 MSRP), F Sport Handling ($118,950 MSRP), Luxury ($120,950 MSRP), and Ultra Luxury ($142,450 MSRP). The entry-level Overtrail trim is the back-to-basics option and the most likely to excel off-road. It can be configured as either a two-row, five-passenger or three-row, seven-passenger SUV.
If we want a true off-roader, we’ll rather go for a workhorse like the Bronco or Wrangler, while saving tens of thousands of dollars compared to the LX 700h’s entry trim. At the other end of the lineup, we’d save over $20,000 by choosing the Luxury 700h instead of the Ultra Luxury trim. We are convinced the Luxury 700h is the sweet spot.
Gabriel Olakunori
Gabriel likes to (blindly) argue that SUVs are part of nature, and he might just have a point when you're walking in the snow, crossing bone-dry deserts, gliding down splendid park-like boulevards, or navigating rocky roads. He has over seven years of experience writing across a broad spectrum of topics, many within the automotive industry. If he is not at the desk w̶r̶i̶t̶i̶n̶g̶ having fun, he is at the wheel d̶r̶i̶v̶i̶n̶g̶ having fun. Either way, the road leads to the same destination: bliss. Gabriel loves SUVs for their all-inclusiveness, but he cannot turn down an offer to drive or write about any vehicle.
